Akorn Inc recalls Moisturizing Lubricant Eye Drops, 0.25% Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose, 0.5 Fl OZ (15mL) Distributed by: Walgreen Co,
Akorn recalls moisturizing eye drops due to stability issues. Products may have failed sodium perborate tests. Check NDC 00363-9651-01 and lot numbers for affected items.
Recall notice
Failed Stability Specification: out of specification results for Sodium Perborate
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What happened, in plain English
Akorn is recalling moisturizing eye drops that failed stability tests. This could mean the product is unsafe for use and may cause harm if not properly stored. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/39215-akorn-moisturizing-eye-drops-recall-failed-stability-test.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/39215-akorn-moisturizing-eye-drops-recall-failed-stability-test · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0511-2019
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“Akorn Moisturizing Eye Drops Recall: Failed Stability Test.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/39215-akorn-moisturizing-eye-drops-recall-failed-stability-test. Based on FDA recall #D-0511-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0511-2019%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The eye drops failed stability tests for sodium perborate, which means the product may not be safe for use. This could lead to potential harm if the product is not stored correctly or used improperly.
Who’s affected
People who own or use the specific eye drops with NDC 00363-9651-01 and lot numbers 8D31A, 7H98A, or 7L80A are affected. Those with the product in their possession are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the NDC code 00363-9651-01 and lot numbers 8D31A (expiring 03/20), 7H98A (expiring 07/19), or 7L80A (expiring 10/19).
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What to do — step by step
Check Product Details
Look for the NDC code 00363-9651-01 and lot numbers 8D31A, 7H98A, or 7L80A on the packaging.
Questions people ask
What is the problem with these eye drops?
The eye drops failed stability tests for sodium perborate, which means they may not be safe for use.
How can I tell if I have the recalled product?
Check for the NDC code 00363-9651-01 and lot numbers 8D31A (expiring 03/20), 7H98A (expiring 07/19), or 7L80A (expiring 10/19).
What should I do if I have the recalled product?
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Akorn or Walgreen for further instructions.
Contact Akorn
We’ve drafted a message you can send Akorn to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0511-2019 — Akorn Akorn Hello, I own a Akorn that is covered by recall D-0511-2019 from Akorn. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: FDA Recall #D-0511-2019 (February 4, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0511-2019 to see it in context.
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